Taco Pasta Salad Ingredients: 10 oz Rotini 1 cup Mayonnaise 1/2 cup Sour cream 1 tablespoon Taco seasoning 1/2 tablespoon Ranch seasoning (dry) 1/2 cup Green onions (diced) 1 cup Red bell pepper (diced) 1 can Corn (15.25 oz and drained) 1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese (shredded) Instructions: Cook…
We have all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day; but is it really? What is it about breakfast that is so important and should we really try to eat breakfast every day? Today we will look into answering these questions and learn about some of…
Let’s face it, in our world today we tend to be overly busy. Between work, activities with the kids, school assignments, housework, and other commitments we tend to overbook ourselves with a long list of places to be and things to do. This overly busy schedule leads to eating “convenience…
Do you suffer from arthritis pain? Are you wanting to be active but are unsure of what exercises, if any are beneficial? This month we will dive into what exercises are the most beneficial when suffering from arthritis pain. We will discuss the benefits of exercises on land and in…
With the beginning of the new year, exercise and getting fit are common topics/goals. While trying to lose weight and getting fit are important; exercise provides us with so much more than a smaller waist line. Exercise is beneficial for people of all ages and can play a vital role…
Do you have a surgery coming up? Or are you currently recovering from a recent surgery? Did you know there are certain foods that help to speed up the healing process following surgery? You can help improve your outcome following surgery by adding a few simple things into your regular…
With the weather turning cold and the holidays fastly approaching; your workout routine and healthy eating choices may be the first things that you drop in order to make time for those holiday parties, family gatherings, Christmas shopping, and gift wrapping. Our exercise routine AND what we eat is very…
Yeah, fall is finally here! We are going to give you some ideas for some very yummy party food ideas. Not all of the following options are healthy BUT there will be suggestions to make make the dishes a little “lighter” and a little more on the “healthy side”. There…
October is National Physical Therapy Month! Did you know the first professional physical therapy association was formed in 1921? Physical Therapists were in great need at this time in the advent of World War II and then again in the 1940s and 1950s with the nationwide polio epidemic. The role…
Last month we talked about just a few of the many health benefits of getting an adequate amount of sleep. This month we are going to build upon that and discuss some simple strategies that will help you to fall AND stay asleep at night. Tip #1: Establish a sleep-wake…
We all have heard how important a good night’s rest is and most of us believe this to be true; however many people struggle with getting adequate sleep. In this post we are going to discuss just a few of the many health benefits to getting those zzzzz’s at night.…
It is hard to believe that summer is coming to an end and school is about to begin! Summer is always a great time: the kids are out of school, more time is being spent outside, vacations are being taken, and it is not hard to find cool things to…
We cannot forget about the desserts! This post does come with a WARNING though….the last dessert has a lot of sugar in it! So although that recipe should not be classified as a “healthy” recipe; it is so good it was worth putting in this post! OK, now that that…
Summer is officially here! Which means it is officially grilling season. There are also probably several social events or fun gatherings with close friends and family being planned. We are also getting ready to celebrate the precious gift of freedom we have been given by living in this great country.…
Farmers Market Breakfast Tacos: Ingredients: For the balsamic glaze: 1 cup balsamic vinegar ¼ cup honey For the tacos: 4 corn tortillas ½ cup grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese 4 slices bacon 2 Tablespoons maple syrup 4 large eggs 4 Tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, divided 4 green onions, sliced…
Support Your Local Agriculture When you buy from your local farmers market it allows you to support your local agriculture. The food comes from nearby and has been harvested at the perfect time to allow preservation of key nutrients. Produce at farmers markets have generally been harvested only a few…
We are fortunate to have so many nice walking trails here in the Kansas City area. Now that the weather is starting to cooperate try to take some time to go out and revisit a favorite trail or if you are feeling adventurous try a new trail. You only need…
On The Trail Trail Mix The good thing about trail mix is that there are no rules. You can mix and match whatever you think sounds good. The following is a list of some key ingredients to build your own trail mix. Serving size for most trail mix is ¼…
Just a friendly reminder to help prevent pain in your back, neck, and legs there are some simple things to keep in mind while planting your garden to make it a more enjoyable experience. Bend With Your Knees So I am sure you have heard this a million times before…
Spring is rapidly approaching which hopefully means spending more time outdoors. With the warmer weather and things starting to “wake up” and bloom it also means that we will have more insects lurking around. These pesky little critters can make spending time outdoors not quite as pleasant and they can…
Lemon, Lime, and Mint Water What you need: 2 lemons juiced, 1 lime juiced, 2 sprigs of Mint, 1/3 cup of honey, and a gallon of water Instructions: Add all ingredients together and refrigerate. What and easy and refreshing drink to enjoy on an awesome spring or summer day Slow…